Rangers Acquire Antropov from Maple Leafs

The New York Rangers made a late splash at the deadline by acquiring center Nik Antropov from the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange for a second round draft pick as well as a conditional draft pick. This trade comes after weeks of speculation that Antropov was going to be dealt after being criticized for his play by Maple Leafs GM Brian Burke. Originally, Burke was asking for a first round pick for Antropov, but lowered the asking price when most teams found the asking price too high. In 63 games with Toronto this season, Antropov has 21 goals and 25 assists for 46 points. Antropov will bring plenty of offensive depth and skill to the sinking New York Rangers. He should provide an offensive spark to the forward lines and power play to help the team remain in the playoff hunt.